Mark Wood, the England fast bowler, shared an astonishing experience from his time in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on the BBC podcast Strategic Timeout. He revealed that during a season, he was seriously ill with a high fever and unable to leave his bed before an upcoming match. Despite his condition, a franchise owner contacted him, offering to arrange a private flight to ensure he could play. Wood described how the owner was persistent, suggesting additional medical support and even a private plane to transport him to the venue and back after the game. Although the offer was tempting, Wood ultimately decided against it, prioritizing his health over playing. Throughout his IPL career, he has played for the Chennai Super Kings and the Lucknow Super Giants, where he had a notable performance, taking 11 wickets in just four matches.